South Africa

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson will today hand over three Welisizwe rural bridges in Umzinyathi, KwaZulu-Natal, to benefit local communities.

The Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, and KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Public Works and Infrastructure, Martin Meyer, will sign a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on addressing public assets in Durban.

Due to security incidents and in the interest of public safety, the Lebombo port of entry has been temporarily closed until further notice.

International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, has reaffirmed that the United Kingdom remains a key partner for South Africa even though he is of the view that relations could be improved.

The Department of Water and Sanitation has issued a directive to the current owner of the Riverlands dams to safely decommission the failed dams.

Water and Sanitation Minister, Pemmy Majodina has reassured residents in the municipalities affected by the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) Tunnel maintenance of continued access to water.

The African continent’s vast energy-related resources have the potential to forge a prosperous path for the continent.

As the academic year draws to a close, the North West Agriculture and Rural Development MEC, Madoda Sambatha, has extended his good wishes to all students at Taung and Potchefstroom Agricultural Colleges as they embark on their end-of-year assessments.

As various government departments work around the clock to put final touches to the Medium-Term Development Plan (2024-2029), individuals and organisations representing persons with disabilities have called on government and the private sector to prioritise education and employment opportunities.

The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, has expressed his shock and great sadness at the news of the passing of Professor Noel Chabani Manganyi – a distinguished academic, scholar, intellectual activist, psychologist, and public servant.

President Cyril Ramaphosa is today expected to receive a courtesy call from His Royal Highness Prince of Wales, Prince William.

An independent investigative report on incidents at Pretoria High School for Girls has recommended that the principal and deputy principal responsible be charged with misconduct. 

The Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, Mzwanele Nyhontso, together with eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality Mayor, Cyril Xaba, will this week engage with small-scale growers and supported rural youth enterprises in the Umbumbulu area under eThekwini metro.

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is expected to conduct investigations into the affairs of the African Exploration Mining and Finance Corporation (AEMFC) and, in a separate probe, that of the Dihlabeng Local Municipality in the Free State.

Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has called for decisive and integrated action to deal with wildlife crimes, as they threaten the country’s rich biodiversity and the potential of the eco-tourism industry.